Wyoming’s Branson Ashworth Earns Weekly Conference Honor

University of Wyoming senior wrestler Branson Ashworth was chosen as the Big 12 Wrestler of the Week Monday.

Ashworth beat No. 5 Chandler Rogers in the Cowboys’ dual loss at No. 2 Oklahoma State Sunday in Stillwater, OK. The victory by decision for Ashworth was 4-1. After a scoreless first period, the senior controlled the last two periods in his win. A takedown in the third sealed his victory.

It marked the 10th win this season for Ashworth. He is also 4-1 this season versus ranked opponents. With Ashworth’s victory Sunday and combined with a 3-0 win over No. 9 Isaiah White of Nebraska, the senior has beaten a pair of top-10 foes in consecutive matches.

It’s the second consecutive week UW has earned the Big 12 Wrestler of the Week award, after Cole Verner won it on Nov. 19.